When it comes to consulting, a strong start can make all the difference. At TrainingPros, we don’t just match consultants to projects—we set them up for success from day one. Our proprietary Onboarding for Success program is designed to guide consultants from the moment they interview with a client to successfully completing their engagement and preparing for the next opportunity. With a 96% success rate in matching consultants to the right projects, our onboarding process is a critical factor in that achievement.
Onboarding for Success: 6 Steps for Consultant Success
1. Prepare for the Client Interview
The first step to landing the right project is a consultant well-prepared for the interview. We provide consultants with strong preparation material and the opportunity to meet with us to ask questions before the interview, ensuring they feel confident and ready. We also provide detailed insights into the client’s needs, expectations, and company culture, helping them present their best selves.
Consultant Testimonial: “The sample interview questions section and the portfolio and resume prep section were very helpful.”
2. Master the Interview Process
An interview is more than just answering questions; it’s about demonstrating expertise and fit. Our industry-expert Relationship Managers brief the selected consultants on potential client concerns and strategies to showcase their skills confidently. We provide guidelines and tips for both in-person and virtual interviews, ensuring consultants are well-prepared for any format. Additionally, we assist in determining which portfolio items to showcase to highlight their strengths effectively. An interview is more than just answering questions; it’s about demonstrating expertise and fit for the contract.
Consultant Testimonial: “My experience with Training Pros has been very positive so far. They are well informed and make sure potential contractors are well informed and prepared for the interview and the project.”
3. Accepting the Engagement
Once a consultant is offered a contract, we help them navigate the details from signing the contract to getting setup in our timekeeping system. Our goal is to eliminate surprises and set the stage for a smooth engagement.
4. Excel on Day One
The first day of a project is crucial. TrainingPros ensures consultants are equipped with the right information about the client, their team, and any necessary tools or processes. We also offer guidance on establishing strong relationships with stakeholders from the start. Additionally, we encourage both the consultant and their new supervisor to have a strong kick-off call or meeting to ensure that the consultant is set up to be successful and the client is set up to have a successful project.
Consultant Testimonial: “I feel as though my TrainingPros Relationship Manager understands my skill set and aligns me with very appropriate projects.”
5. Sustain Momentum
Success isn’t just about a strong start—it’s about maintaining excellence throughout the project. We provide ongoing support, regular check-ins, and coaching to ensure consultants continue to deliver value and overcome any challenges that arise.
Consultant Testimonial: I love working with TrainingPros. The communication and support you provide to your consultants throughout projects – not just at their start – is unmatched.”
6. Achieve Success & Prepare for the Next Opportunity
At the end of an engagement, we help consultants wrap up their projects effectively, leaving a lasting positive impression. More importantly, we assist in positioning them for their next opportunity, ensuring continued career growth.
Consultant Testimonial: “The Onboarding Guide was worth its weight in gold!”
Why Onboarding Matters
The consulting world moves fast, and a structured onboarding process is key to a consultant’s long-term success. The TrainingPros Onboarding for Success program isn’t just about starting strong; it’s about finishing strong and securing the next great opportunity.
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Does your learning and development department have more projects than people? TrainingPros has been named as a Top 20 Staffing Company internationally by Training Industry. Coupling this award with being named a Smartchoice Preferred Provider by Brandon Hall Group for 2025 underscores TrainingPros’ unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality, tailored training solutions. If you need Instructional Design or other learning and development consultants, contact one of our industry-expert relationship managers today. When you have more projects than people™, let us find the consultant to start your project with confidence. Schedule a consultation today.
